Dovercourt Road
Goram Homes has proposed a brownfield development for 120 – 150 homes on land owned by Bristol City Council, a former depot off Dovercourt Rd, Horfield.
Baltic Wharf
The Society agrees that this site offers a good opportunity for housing but we have concerns over the height and design of the proposal and its impact on the neighbourhood.
Plot 5 Bedminster Green
The Society is concerned with the height of buildings in Dandara’s development on Plot 5, Bedminster Green, which comprises apartments and mixed retail, eating and community uses.
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West end of Castle Park
The Society strongly supports the redevelopment of the Lloyds Bank, the Bank of England, and the Norwich Union Buildings site at the west end of Castle Park.
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West Car Park at Bristol Zoo
The Civic Society is supportive of a proposal to develop the existing West Car Park at Bristol Zoo for a residential project.
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Old rail depot, Clanage Road update: May 2021
Bristol Civic Society continues to consider that the current design of Clanage Road development is bland and inappropriate in such a location. The planning application was subsequently approved by Bristol City Council.
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Changes for drivers in Bristol
Alan Morris explains the complex changes for drivers in Bristol’s city centre and paints the broader picture behind the headlines. Some changes will meet strong resistance.
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Ashton Court: March 2021 update
From this Spring, The Prince’s Foundation will lead a community consultation on the future of Ashton Court Mansion, bringing together groups with an active interest in the building as well a wider network of community organisations.
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Clean Air Zone – March 2021 update: the Cabinet decision
The Cabinet meeting in late February 2021 confirmed that a Clean Air Zone (CAZ) will be introduced from October 2021.
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Bedminster Green River Restoration and Transport consultation
The Society has responded to a Bristol City Council consultation on plans to improve local transport, and restore the River Malago, in the Bedminster Green Development area.
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Silverthorne Lane Conservation Area Consultation
The Civic Society welcomes the proposed Conservation Area around Silverthorne Lane, an area characterised by historic industrial land uses and historic routes.
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One Temple Way
The Civic Society welcomes the proposed refurbishment and repurposing of One Temple Way a property which represents an important part of Bristol’s recent industrial history.